Abstract :
It is necessary to manage civil complex projects such as construction projects, infrastructure projects, megastructures, hydraulic structures and others, by using specialized programs to organize work and to prepare work break down structure organization for Planning and scheduling these projects. Projects are planned according to determining logic sequence between activities, defining resources to each task, methodology to construction and assigning organization to responsibilities. Without clear planning and scheduling can lead to delays in activities and work, this will lead to delaying the project. Due to many updates and changes plan of projects, software should be used programs MS Project or Primavera. The research employs a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats “SWOT” analysis to assess two prominent comprehensively project management software solutions; Microsoft Project and Primavera. The study aims to offer insights into the distinctive features assessment, and drawbacks of each program, assisting organizations and decision-makers in making informed choices regarding their project management software. also, presented a case study about sample planning and scheduling solar pond project in Fayoum Governorate, Egypt.